Because Holland served in an active combat zone, he was eligible for citizenship more quickly than most. Some were unsure of Holland's decision to put his life on the line for a country to which he did not officially belong.

"A few people have asked me if I'm crazy and why am I doing it," Holland shared. "It's not the point of that really. It's really about following your dreams. So, you know, if you're not following your dreams what are you doing?"

Holland and about 50 other people will participate in a naturalization ceremony at 9:00 a.m. at Cunningham Creek Elementary School in St. Johns County.